182 front brake suggestions?

[Da]

Now, I would go for the big brake kit if one could be found for a reasonable price - any ideas?

Failling that I plan to change the discs for maybe some Brembo HC ones, any others of equal standing?

Then come the pads, got Mintex Extremes at present and happy with them, they are just nearing then end of their life - decent replacements or stick with them??

Fast road use with occasional track a possibility.

Muchos gracias!

 

[Jonny1*2]

think wiliwood are the cheapest 4 pot kit.

the usual ds2500. No complaints with mine. If funds allow, pagids blues. Think discs are much of a muchness really. Not going to make much difference. HC over max I gather.

 

[Evil Ally]

K-Tec do a good deal on Brembo HC and DS2500 pads in the Cliosport hidden area. I think the DS2500 is the best you can do without a lot of nasty dust.

 

[Da]

Just seen the K-Tec deal now, seems like a good option!

What kind of price are wilwoods?

 

[172Ben]

Wouldnt bother with 4pots - Trust.

Decent discs, pads,braided lines and fluid will be fine.

 

[Da]

Yeah I think 4pots will be over kill for what is predominantly a road car.

Is changing the lines relatively straight forward? I'm just checking the guide on here now.

 

[172Ben]

Pretty much yeh. Not something i would do myself but if you have the confidence in yourself you will be fine

 

[Fletcher]

I went for the compbrake b4 4 pot kit £650 well spent imo.

 

[activ]

This is the kit that I run, not cheap though !

http://www.compbrake.co.uk/Renault Clio.htm

 

[Fletcher]

This is the kit that I run, not cheap though !

http://www.compbrake.co.uk/Renault Clio.htm

Me too, with goodbridge braided lines.

Are you still running the hawk pads mate?

 

[Da]

Cracking kit that but yeah a little on the pricey side for what I need.

 

[Fletcher]

Cracking kit that but yeah a little on the pricey side for what I need.

I'd go for some Brembo HC discs, Ferodo DS2500 pads and goodbridge braided lines.

 

[Da]

I agree, just doing a bit of research now as I plan to fit it all myself.

 

[activ]

Me too, with goodbridge braided lines.

Are you still running the hawk pads mate?

No, EBC Yellow stuff all round.

 

[Da]

Is changing the lines really a worthwhile mod?

 

[matty172cup]

i would seriously recommend hi soec 4 pots they are bit pricey but seriously worth it they are emence

Matty

 

[172Ben]

Is changing the lines really a worthwhile mod?

yes. Coupled with new discs and pads, will feel awesome compared to standard.

 

[Tigger]

^ Hi-Spec, any difference over the WillWood or Compbrake's ?

 

[172Ben]

HiSpec

 

[Fletcher]

Is changing the lines really a worthwhile mod?

Yes mate.

 

[Da]

Ok cool, thanks for the advice/info.

Think I'm going to get the K-Tec kit with lines ordered. Just being reading up how to bleed the brakes too once it's all fitted.

 

[Da]

HiSpec

 

[172Ben]

hi

 

[Da]

Very nice :approve:

Which one did you go for Ben, 300mm?

 

[172Ben]

Yeh.

But in all honesty. Wish id of spent the £700 on something else

 

[Da]

Lol, like what??

 

[172Ben]

New discs, pads + lines, then with the change maybe inlets and rstuner.

They do work very very well though

 

[Da]

Ah I see

Being eyeing the RSTuner myself also!

 

[Leeshez]

How about these? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=200312737168

 

[Da]

I've got Mintex Extreme pads up front Lee and have been happy with them so far

 

[y0z2a]

http://www.readyforthetrack.co.uk/2...-clio-172-and-182-brake-discs-lines-and-pads/

/y0z

 

[Da]

Excellent info that Yoz, many thanks!

 

[Da]

Ordered the Brembo Max HC discs and Goodridge lines, now just need to decide on a set of pads.
Have looked at the DS2500 but they seem a little pricey for what I need, what's a decent alternative? Greenstuff seem to come well recommended on various sites!?

 

[Da]

Motul DOT 5.1 fully synthetic fluid any good?

Oh and how much do I need?

 

[caister]

Most people use a Dot 4 fluid as they last longer and the race dot 4 fluids can normally withstand higher temperatures. A quick search should give you the needed info on what fluid to get.